Words
Andy Williams; Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Lyrics


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Inside's a heart of summer soul
Don't let them throw it asway
'Cause inside something solid gold
so don't let them throw it away
Words they mean nothing
so you can't hurt me
I said words they mean nothing
So you can't stop me

Words they meant nothing
So you can't hurt me
I said words they mean nothing
So you can't stop me

I said your eyes, they say nothing
So you can't hurt me
On summer days like these
I said words they mean nothing
So you can't hurt me

Follow your own path from here
So don't listen to what they say
Cause inside you've a heart of gold
So don't let them take this away

Words they meant nothing
So you can't hurt me
On summer days like these
I said words they mean nothing
So you can't stop me
On summer days like these

I said your eyes, they say nothing
So you can't fault me
I said words they mean nothing
So you can't hurt me

Inside a heart of pure soul
A sun rising and falling away, like your soul
Cause here comes something wonderful
So don't let them throw it away

Words they meant nothing
So you can't hurt me
On summer days like these
I said words they mean nothing
So you can't stop me
On summer days like these

I said your eyes, they say nothing
So you can't stop me
On summer days like these




I said words they mean nothing
So you can't hurt me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Words" express the singer's conviction that words have no power to hurt them. They urge the listener not to let anyone throw away their heart of gold or take away their inner strength. The song has a summery feel, enhanced by the use of phrases like "heart of summer soul" and "sun rising and falling away." The lyrics encourage the listener to follow their own path and ignore negative influences in their life.


The repeated refrain of "words they mean nothing" emphasizes the singer's belief that external criticism or ridicule cannot undermine their inner sense of self-worth. The song's message of self-empowerment and positivity is underscored by the use of upbeat orchestral arrangements, which create an uplifting and energizing mood. Overall, the song's message is one of encouragement and resilience in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

Inside's a heart of summer soul
There's a heart full of warmth and liveliness inside


Don't let them throw it away
Don't let anyone destroy it


'Cause inside something solid gold
There's something precious inside


so don't let them throw it away
So don't let them ruin it


Words they mean nothing
Words have no power


so you can't hurt me
Therefore, you can't harm me with words


I said words they mean nothing
I emphasize that words have no meaning to me


So you can't stop me
Therefore, you can't prevent me from doing what I want


I said your eyes, they say nothing
Your eyes cannot tell me anything significant


So you can't hurt me
Therefore, you can't cause me pain


On summer days like these
During happy and carefree times like these


Follow your own path from here
Choose your own direction and don't mind others


So don't listen to what they say
Don't pay attention to their opinions


Cause inside you've a heart of gold
You have a kind and generous nature inside


So don't let them take this away
So don't let them rob you of this quality


Inside a heart of pure soul
There's a heart full of honesty and goodness inside


A sun rising and falling away, like your soul
Like the sun, your soul too goes through phases of change and evolution


Cause here comes something wonderful
Something fantastic is approaching


So don't let them throw it away
So don't let anyone destroy it


So you can't fault me
Therefore, you can't blame me for anything


So you can't hurt me
Therefore, you can't cause me pain


On summer days like these
During happy and carefree times like these




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Tommy Boyce, Bobby Hart

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Comments from YouTube:

R C

One of Andy's greatest songs. Thank You Nancy.

Stephen Roy M.

INCREDIBLE!!!! Good Lord, Gave me the chills!!!!! RIP!!!!

Music Music Music

what a voice..

Tweety And Sky

°•.♡.•°❤°•.♡.•° beautiful song meaningful°•.❤.•°🌻°•.💙.•° God bless😊

sheryll martin

Love this song 2022 still listening

NANCYFLORESSANTOS

Uschi 4370

"May Love And Peace Prevail" ...

NANCYFLORESSANTOS

(:D Amen to that.

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